Book Reviews

Servants of the Buddha Delves into the spiritual practices of nuns in this tradition. Questing
The Palace Thief A collection of moral tales which compel us to look at the values which operate in our lives. You
Jesus for the Rest of Us A post-Christian exploration of being present with Jesus. Meaning
Living Presence A masterful primer on the education of the soul and the inner work of transformation. Being Present
Buddhism Day by Day A collection of quotations from the President of Soka Gakkai International, a lay Buddhist association. Meaning
Sabbath Keeping Filled with concrete ideas on slowing down to be present to God. Silence
Becoming Human A simple but profound meditation on the process of becoming human. You
Constructive Living A life path that eschews remedial therapy and emphasizes instead positive self-development through attention and skillful actions. Meaning
A Sideways Look at Time A brilliant, inventive, and comprehensive masterwork of cultural criticism about spirituality and modern life. Being Present
The Trail Home The Trail Home: Essays by John Daniel contains lyrical celebrations of the natural world.
Out of the Skin Into the Soul Draws together five classic children's stories from around the world that shed light on the spiritual journey of the second half of life. You
The Geography of Childhood The positive impact the natural world can have upon toddlers to teenagers. Teachers
The Difference a Day Makes An invaluable resource for the altruist in you. Kindness
American Cultural Baggage A playful and thought-provoking work of cultural criticism. Meaning
The Practice of Presence The wisdom of five spiritual paths on the practice of coming alive to the present moment. Being Present
Encountering "The Other" Proclaims openness and reconciliation as paths to peace in a world of diversity and many differences. Openness
What Do We Know 40 new creations propelled by reverence for mystery and the abundant wonders of the natural world. Attention
The Path of Prayer Explores devotion as a mansion with many different and splendid rooms. Devotion
Entering the Silence The second installment of the seven volumes of journals by Thomas Merton. You
Night A fascinating and ruminative collection of essays. X-The Mystery